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Hypertrophic

Definition: Relating to or exhibiting hypertrophy, which is the abnormal enlargement or growth of cells or tissues.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to a condition characterized by the abnormal enlargement of an organ or tissue.

Example Sentence: The patient was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a condition where the heart muscle becomes thickened.

Sense 2: Referring to the process of overdevelopment or enlargement of a body part or feature.

Example Sentence: The hypertrophic muscles of the bodybuilder were a result of intense weightlifting and exercise.

Sense 3: Describing an excessive growth in size or amount.

Example Sentence: The hypertrophic scar on her knee was much larger than anticipated, causing discomfort and limited mobility.

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